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Mali Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mali in November.

Thinking about venturing to Mali this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Mali in November

November in Mali generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Tessalit at 33°C (91°F) to very hot in Mopti at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Mopti and 18°C (64°F) in Tessalit. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Mali, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tessalit with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Bissau with 21 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Bamako enjoys approximately 280 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mali.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mali

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (November)

Precipitation variation in Mali (November)

Bamako

In November Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
280 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Mopti

In November Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
282 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Bissau

In November Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
234 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Timbuktu

In November Timbuktu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
35°C (95°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
274 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Kenieba

In November Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
253 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mali in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 36°C (97°F) 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Mopti 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Kenieba 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Timbuktu 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Bissau 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Tessalit 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

Mali weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in November?

In November, Mali generally has poor weather conditions. Bamako sees daytime temperatures near 36°C (97°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Mali in November?

Bamako averages a daytime maximum of 36°C (97°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Mali get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mali during November, with Bamako averaging close to 2 mm (0.1 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Mali?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bamako, November may not be the ideal time to visit Mali.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly tolerable weather in Bamako. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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